50 Best Bars in Nashville

“The quail tonight was phenomenal!“

“A beautiful cocktail bar with great food too! Service was great!“

“As someone who frequents on average 20 bars or restaurants a week and is part of the industry here locally, it is with sincere passion, and honesty that I openly express my backing and support in saying Barrel Proof is the absolute best bar in this city for any local (and/or industry worker), but also a blast for tourists to come soak in what it is truly like to be “one of us”; and from there, the staff will gladly direct you to more friendly and fun spots!“

“Amazingly surprising to anyone who is adventurous and it has an throw back theme that creates a vibe that's indescribable! Great place and people. Your going to talk about this place for years to come.“

“My husband and I stopped in at Two Hands from out of town with our pup for a brunch on the patio. Although it was super busy, we got seated quickly! Emily was our server and made the experience absolutely amazing! She went the extra mile to make our dog comfortable (although he was definitely in her way), provided excellent cocktail recommendations and helped us select dishes we LOVED! Emily made our stop very special and took the time to connect with us. Our food was immaculate, so when we visited another city that featured a Two Hands as well we knew we would be back! Thank you for the best Nashville experience!“

“The best food and service!!“

“Live music with great food, drinks, & service!“

“Great place to take my family members and friends from Louisiana when in town visiting me since I have been living here for a while and I am retired from the hospitality industry.“

“Urban cowboys public house is truly one of the best bars in Nashville. I always have fantastic cocktails and a great time while I’m here. My favorite is going when it’s a little bit chilly out, ordering some pizza and sitting by one of their fire pits. They crowd is always so great, even when the line gets really long for drinks. If you’re a local, you don’t want to miss out on this place.“

“Beautiful experience in a beautiful space. The open concept with the pristine kitchen right in the middle. Watching the chefs work to deliver unique presentations. Service was outstanding. It shows that all staff really love what they do. It is hard to describe the dishes, you just have to experience them. I’d recommend the feast.“

“The food at Ole Red was awesome I had a burger and it was delicious! Definitely recommend people to go here! Very good food!😊“

“Loved this place! My friend who lives in Nashville took me here. The menu was awesome, loved the speak easy vibes. Great staff. My bacon old fashioned was to die for. I wish I had this place close to home! Would go again and again“

“Excellent food and service! The chefs are artist. ❤️“

“The bartender tonight was amazing. I had a great chat with him, and it seems he's leaving to a new adventure soon. Not great for this place, since he has a real passion for what he does, and I think they're losing a great guy. Best of luck on your new adventures! Food was about as expected, not the drinks were phenomenal!“

“One of my favorite restaurants in Nashville—food and vibes are so good!! Shoutout to Ari for being the best waitress ever!“

“What an experience. Spending time with song writers, singing and telling their stories. Amazing afternoon, good food and good company. I highly recommend.“

“Super cute atmosphere and yummy food!“

“This place is amazing! There’s nothing better than mixing a dive bar with old-school arcade games. I’m not great at pinball however it’s still one of my favorite things to play. They have amazing beers on tap. All the bartenders were fantastic and the atmosphere was super cool.“

“A tucked-away, well-kept secret. The kind of place you pretend not to love too much, lest the wrong people find out. No cover bands earnestly butchering Tennessee Whiskey—just a dimly lit, intimate hideaway with great cocktails and bartenders who actually know what they’re doing.

The crowd? A good mix of people. The music? Lots of solid hip-hop. And if you’re into DJs, they usually turn up on Sunday nights with some real ones.

Nashville needs more of this. Exactly this.“

“Great little bar. With great food“

“This place is an absolute gem. I was visiting Nashville for a few days. I did all the “hot spots” and of course, all of them proved to be worth the hype. I found this place by accident. Sabell’s did not show up on a “search” engine, unfortunately!! What I found was nothing less than extraordinary. The staff is amazing, and the food is extremely flavorful. The energy is outstanding with a cozy feeling. The comfort of the surroundings Is similar to a park, with customers that brought their dogs to the outside area. The owners are following their dreams, and I wish them all the best. The culture they have developed, shows with every smile from employee to customer.“

“…1-2-3-4……take the elevator. So many good things here. Don’t mention it.“

“We definitely enjoyed our stay! The roof top bar was amazing. I had the best experience with Tyson up there. He was so kind and knowledgeable.“

“Jen is one of the best bartenders I've come across.

Strong drinks
Attentive service
Great attitude

DJ spinning vinyl!

Fun place to throw darts as well!

A+++“

“Visited this last night and LOVED every minute of it ? The ambiance truly made us feel like we were back in Osaka I can’t recall the name of who served us, but they were SO knowledgeable, our experience was wonderful and I can’t wait to go back!Everything we tasted was also spectacular :)“

“I’ve been lucky enough to spend most of the last two weeks at Bikini Beach Bar, when I came down to Nashville to visit my brother (Joe Wayne). The folks here are super friendly, and they have a lot of fun. I’ve only been during mid day, so I haven’t experienced Wed steak night or a live band (my loss). I highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a chill place just to get away or to go to see new and old friends!“

“We came in Wednesday night and the band was just setting up. We were greeted by a server named Matt who was outstanding! He seated us and asked us if we’d been there before. We were first timers to Nashville! He got our drinks, dinner and even gave us a list of places to visit in Nashville that were his favorites! He went above and beyond to make our experience amazing! Music was top notch, dinner and drinks were great, but our server made our night! Thank you Matt!!“

“You may or may not have fun here. 3 ☆.“

“Old Fashioned was amazing“

“Such a cool environment! They had a DJ, I loved the dark atmosphere.“

“Well. Julie & I Love To Drinks At Four Walls In Nashville. We Like Drink Waters.“

“We went here a few times during our stay in Nashville. The service was superb every time. Very professional, kind, talented bartenders, great food and drinks, and a beautiful cozy atmosphere. The environment made me want to stay for hours relaxing.“

“Attentive staff and a lovely hotel! We’ll be sure to stay here anytime we return to Nashville.“

“First time there. It’s in my neighborhoo in East Nashville. I just moved here . It reminded me of my favorite “dive bar” in my old neighborhood in Los Angeles . BOGO for happy hour . Fun nite ! Will definitely go again ! 🥃“

“€100000 Lahjoitusrahani“

“way different then the rest a place you must go“

“We had the absolute best time celebrating Brittany’s Dirty 30!!! We only intended to stay for a couple of songs and ended up singing for 5 hours! AWESOME NIGHT!!!“

“Rad rad rad rad rad rad rad“

“From the moment we stepped off the elevator, our experience at the Skye Lounge was nothing short of amazing. We were warmly welcomed by Hope, who made us feel right at home. Thanks to our reservation, we were seated quickly at a perfect table with breathtaking views — truly top-notch!

The ambiance was elegant and relaxing, and the service was impeccable from start to finish. Every detail, from the atmosphere to the attentive staff, made this dining experience one to remember. If you’re looking for a spot with stunning views, exceptional service, and a truly elevated experience, the Skye Lounge is it. Highly recommended!“

“Neat little place nice patio seating“

“Love this place!! Waitstaff is awesome especially Katte!“

“This hotel was great. The rooms were very nice and clean. The Check in and valet was amazing. Gwen was amazing and had the best personalty and A++++ customer service. The breakfast was good and the hotel is within walking disatnce for alot of things.“

“Beautiful view of the city.“

“Great burgers and the mayo with caramelized onions was amazing!! Highly recommend it if you come to Nashville!“

“Amazing food and service!“

“New management is terrible! Unresponsive and zero customer service! While planning a wedding I had heard through other companies in the industry that they were unreliable but thought i would give them a shot anyway. Big mistake! The new owners were impossible to work with as they simply did not reply to emails. Ultimately, they ended up not honoring our contract (with deposit paid) I STRONGLY discourage planning any sort of event here.“

“ANNIKA S was such a sweet server! She treated us as if we were her only table and did a great job explaining different menu options.“

“The chicken Ramen and Nashvegas Sushi Roll was everything I needed. The sushi roll friend then topped with spicy crab 10/10“

“Awesome place. All in Chiefs gear and not one rude look in the middle of winning the Orange Bowl. 😅 Felt the energy, and know it well! Congrats and thanks for the hospitality!“